Going rogue over birth of a royal

I'm supposed to have a trace of "royal" blood in me (a claim that can probably be made by every British subject) but as fascinated as I am in the birth of a future king, my naturalized citizenship leaves me only a trifle interested.

Let's say I'm glad the newest Royal is reportedly healthy. Hopefully, when the time comes, he will rule wisely.

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In terms of political news (see, if we had a monarchy in America, we wouldn't have to worry about so many pesky elections), Davis Mayor Joe Krovoza, who is also running for the District 4 Assembly post, announced he has raised $100,000 in the first campaign reporting period from 300 contributors. Krovoza hopes to succeed Assemblywoman Mariko Yamada next year when she leaves office. Of course so do a whole bunch of other people.

Meanwhile, Republican candidate for the Third District Congressional seat, Dan Logue -- who will be facing Democrat John Garamendi next year -- reports he's picked up the endorsements of Yolo County Supervisor Matt Rexroad, Woodland Mayor Skip Davies and Woodland Vice Mayor Tom Stallard. Also signing on was Xavier Tafoya, a former Woodland councilman and present trustee for the Yuba Community College District.

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For the first time in nearly a decade I will not be able to attend the Muslim Mosque's annual Iftar (breaking of the fast) dinner, which is planned for Saturday at the Woodland Mosque at 1023 North St. That, however, doesn't mean you should miss out on what is a very moving and educational experience. The social starts at 7 p.m. with a brief talk and introduction of visitors around 7:30. Dinner is usually held at sunset -- after religious services -- which on Saturday should be around 8:25 p.m.

This event isn't a strictly Muslim affair. There are representatives from many local congregations present as a means of celebrating those shared religious tenets.

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Another event to put on your calendars will be Woodland's 30th National Night Out scheduled for Tuesday, Aug. 6.

If your homeowner's association or neighborhood is planning something on Aug. 6 to support NNO, members of the Woodland Police Department would like to stop by to introduce themselves between 6:30 and 9 p.m. Or call Ronald Liles to let him know of your event (ronald.liles@cityofwoodland.org or 661-7875). For those who want something less formal, they can joining Target out on Bronze Star Drive between 2 and 6 p.m., for its National Night Out event, which includes a barbecue, bounce house and dunk tank.

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Finally, we received this information from Francine E of Woodland, who writes about upgrading the locker rooms at the Brooks Swim Center.

Francine reports she was in the women's locker room when a boy, reported to be age 11, accompanied by his younger brother and mother, entered the area.

Francine thought age 11 was too old for a boy to be in the women's changing area. Fortunately, a security person at the pool interceded and kept the youngster out.

Francine says she has met with Brooks Center personnel to express her concerns about young boys being in the women's locker rooms and that it's been past practice to permit those younger than age 10 inside.

Naturally, Francine thinks 10 years is too old for a boy to be in the women's changing area and suggests a "family locker room" for mother's to bring their children. She doesn't believe adding curtains or more changing stalls is the answer.

Personally, I've never understood Americans and their prudishness when it comes to seeing naked bodies, but that's probably my British background speaking.